Sport / Spirited Driving
Lexus IS — Sport / Spirited Driving Tire Pressure
For sport / spirited driving use on the Lexus IS, set cold pressures to 37 PSI front and 40 PSI rear.
Sport / Spirited Driving cold pressure
Front
37
255 kPa
+2 vs OEM
Rear
40
276 kPa
+2 vs OEM
OEM spec
35/38 PSI
Tire size
225/40R18
Curb weight
1,595 kg
Category
sedan
Adds 2 PSI front & rear for a stiffer contact patch and reduced sidewall flex in spirited driving.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for sport driving in the Lexus IS?
- For sport / spirited driving use on the Lexus IS, set cold pressures to 37 PSI front and 40 PSI rear. Adds 2 PSI front & rear for a stiffer contact patch and reduced sidewall flex in spirited driving.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Lexus IS?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2021–2024 Lexus IS is 35 PSI front / 38 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What is 37 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 37 PSI = 2.6 bar = 255 kPa. The rear 40 PSI = 2.8 bar.
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